Events

Learn something new, improve a skill, and connect with the community at Library events across the city.

Something is always happening at the Library

Discover a wide range of engaging events for all ages. Learn about space or ancient history, drop in for live theatre and musical performances, learn about different dances performed at a powwow, enjoy a storytime, and so much more.

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Pride at the Library

Select Library locations | August 21 – 30

Celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ community with the Library! Join us for multiple events including the Pride Parade on August 31, a Downtown Gay History Walk on August 28, and so much more. 

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Epilogue Society Webinar: The Role of the Executor

Online | September 10 | 12:00 pm

What does it really mean to carry out a will?

Join Calgary Public Library Foundation for a free webinar to learn about the key responsibilities, legal duties, and emotional realities of being an executor, featuring guest speaker Craig Tervit of The Last Word.

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Locked Library: Ghost Stories

Central Library | September 26 | 7:00 pm

Prepare for an evening of exploring, sleuthing, and puzzle-solving in Calgary’s spooky Central Library. You’ll be hot on the trail of mystery in this Library-sized BOO-dunnit, with clues to follow and challenges to solve on every level. 

This game is family-friendly—and not actually scary! We recommend this event for ages 12+.

Save $10 with early bird pricing until August 29. All proceeds from this event support vital programming, resources, and initiatives at Calgary Public Library.

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Gathering of Words

Central Library Exterior | Fridays | 4:00 – 6:00 pm 

Celebrate the joy of words before you start your weekend. This fun and interactive series brings stories, poetry, and creativity to life with live readings, pop-up performances, literary games, and open-mic magic.

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